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🎙️ New podcast episode: @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl on how AI moved from hype to real-world use this year. Thanks to all guests and listeners. Merry Christmas & a happy New Year! On to 2026. ✨🥂
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120. Beyond the AI Hype: A 2025 Christmas Reflection - with Rick & Oscar
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December 23, 2025 at 9:28 AM
🎙️ New podcast episode: @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl on how AI moved from hype to real-world use this year. Thanks to all guests and listeners. Merry Christmas & a happy New Year! On to 2026. ✨🥂
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NIS2 will impact most software teams, and waiting until 2026 is a risk. Jelle and Christian discuss how it builds on NIS1 and ISO 27001, what stricter reporting and audit trails mean for developers, and how resources like OWASP can help teams prepare. youtu.be/7nyq4fKzUk8
126. Impact of the NIS2 Directive on Software Developers
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December 18, 2025 at 8:56 AM
NIS2 will impact most software teams, and waiting until 2026 is a risk. Jelle and Christian discuss how it builds on NIS1 and ISO 27001, what stricter reporting and audit trails mean for developers, and how resources like OWASP can help teams prepare. youtu.be/7nyq4fKzUk8
🎙️New Betatalks episode. @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl talk with Amber Vanderburg about leadership in tech and how clear communication strengthens collaboration. She shares why curiosity and continuous growth matter in today’s digital workplace.
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Building People-focused Leadership in Tech - with Amber Vanderburg
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December 9, 2025 at 10:15 AM
🎙️New Betatalks episode. @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl talk with Amber Vanderburg about leadership in tech and how clear communication strengthens collaboration. She shares why curiosity and continuous growth matter in today’s digital workplace.
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🎙️New Betatalks the podcast episode alert: @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl talk with Yasen Dinkov about how his path from visual arts to engineering shapes the way he builds AI driven SaaS. He also shares how music and nature inspire his work.
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118. Designing Smarter SaaS Workflows: Rethinking Legacy Constraints - with Yasen Dinkov
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November 25, 2025 at 10:04 AM
🎙️New Betatalks the podcast episode alert: @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl talk with Yasen Dinkov about how his path from visual arts to engineering shapes the way he builds AI driven SaaS. He also shares how music and nature inspire his work.
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🎥 We have a new Betalks video for you!
What’s new in the 2025 OWASP Top 10?
Christian and Jelle walk through the key updates and why they matter for today’s applications. A clear overview of the latest security risks in one video.
youtu.be/Ea1J6zO3Z_o
What’s new in the 2025 OWASP Top 10?
Christian and Jelle walk through the key updates and why they matter for today’s applications. A clear overview of the latest security risks in one video.
youtu.be/Ea1J6zO3Z_o
124. What's new in the 2025 OWASP Top 10
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November 20, 2025 at 7:44 AM
🎥 We have a new Betalks video for you!
What’s new in the 2025 OWASP Top 10?
Christian and Jelle walk through the key updates and why they matter for today’s applications. A clear overview of the latest security risks in one video.
youtu.be/Ea1J6zO3Z_o
What’s new in the 2025 OWASP Top 10?
Christian and Jelle walk through the key updates and why they matter for today’s applications. A clear overview of the latest security risks in one video.
youtu.be/Ea1J6zO3Z_o
🎧 New #Betatalks Podcast episode! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl chat with Alvin Ashcraft about how AI is reshaping developer documentation, from Copilot to MCP servers, open source, and beyond. Don’t miss this one! 🤖
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117. AI and the Future of Developer Documentation - with Alvin Ashcraft
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November 12, 2025 at 10:52 AM
🎧 New #Betatalks Podcast episode! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl chat with Alvin Ashcraft about how AI is reshaping developer documentation, from Copilot to MCP servers, open source, and beyond. Don’t miss this one! 🤖
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In this Betatalks episode, @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl talk with Paula Januszkiewicz. She shares how cybersecurity evolved from curiosity-driven exploration to continuous, story-driven practices that keep organizations secure. 🔒💻 #WomenInTech open.spotify.com/episode/3Lsu...
116. The Evolution of Cybersecurity - with Paula Januszkiewicz
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October 28, 2025 at 9:18 AM
In this Betatalks episode, @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl talk with Paula Januszkiewicz. She shares how cybersecurity evolved from curiosity-driven exploration to continuous, story-driven practices that keep organizations secure. 🔒💻 #WomenInTech open.spotify.com/episode/3Lsu...
🎙️New podcast episode: How AI Transforms Software Development. @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Jelle Fremery, who moved from psychology to software. They discuss Generative AI, LLMs, and why human oversight, security & ethics matter. #GenAI 🤖
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115. How AI Transforms Software Development - with Jelle Fremery
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October 14, 2025 at 8:25 AM
🎙️New podcast episode: How AI Transforms Software Development. @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Jelle Fremery, who moved from psychology to software. They discuss Generative AI, LLMs, and why human oversight, security & ethics matter. #GenAI 🤖
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In this Betatalks video, we show how vector databases go beyond keywords, using embeddings to capture meaning (king - man + woman = queen). Combined with language models, this makes AI more intuitive, relevant and context-aware. #vectordatabases #AI
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122. How Vector Databases Make AI Smarter
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October 9, 2025 at 7:18 AM
In this Betatalks video, we show how vector databases go beyond keywords, using embeddings to capture meaning (king - man + woman = queen). Combined with language models, this makes AI more intuitive, relevant and context-aware. #vectordatabases #AI
youtu.be/YVjHAuVHRZs
youtu.be/YVjHAuVHRZs
New Betatalks podcast episode!🎙️ @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Jelle Fremery about .NET’s evolution, TUnit vs NUnit/xUnit, Azure’s toolkit, and the impact of AI like GPT-5. 🚀
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114. .NET 10, TUnit, GPT-5 and More: Discussing Software Maturity - with Rick, Oscar & Jelle
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September 30, 2025 at 7:01 AM
New Betatalks podcast episode!🎙️ @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Jelle Fremery about .NET’s evolution, TUnit vs NUnit/xUnit, Azure’s toolkit, and the impact of AI like GPT-5. 🚀
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🚀In our latest Betatalks, Yvo & Christian explore DeepSource as a modern, cost-effective alternative to SonarQube. With cloud setup, seat-based pricing, AutoFix & security scanning, it’s quickly becoming a strong contender to SonarQube & Snyk. #DeepSource #SonarQube #DevTools youtu.be/ELOsFDMyztA
121. DeepSource vs SonarQube: Modern Static Code Analysis
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September 18, 2025 at 2:32 PM
🚀In our latest Betatalks, Yvo & Christian explore DeepSource as a modern, cost-effective alternative to SonarQube. With cloud setup, seat-based pricing, AutoFix & security scanning, it’s quickly becoming a strong contender to SonarQube & Snyk. #DeepSource #SonarQube #DevTools youtu.be/ELOsFDMyztA
Podcast Alert! In this Betatalks episode, @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl talk with Christian Peeters, about vector databases, RAG, and why grounding AI in real data is essential for trust. A quick, clear take on complex tech. #AI #VectoreDatabases #RAG
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113. Vector Databases and RAG for Grounding AI in Reliable Data - with Christian Peeters
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September 16, 2025 at 8:24 AM
Podcast Alert! In this Betatalks episode, @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl talk with Christian Peeters, about vector databases, RAG, and why grounding AI in real data is essential for trust. A quick, clear take on complex tech. #AI #VectoreDatabases #RAG
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Podcast alert! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Jos Eilers about his journey into cloud and data platforms. They dive into Microsoft Fabric, how OneLake simplifies access, challenges with compute & capacity planning, and why data quality is crucial. open.spotify.com/episode/39SG...
112. Transforming Cloud Innovation with Microsoft Fabric - with Jos Eilers
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September 2, 2025 at 8:34 AM
Podcast alert! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Jos Eilers about his journey into cloud and data platforms. They dive into Microsoft Fabric, how OneLake simplifies access, challenges with compute & capacity planning, and why data quality is crucial. open.spotify.com/episode/39SG...
New Betatalks episode: The Test Pyramid Is Dead!
Testing isn’t the final step. It’s central to building better software. @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Bram Albers about exploratory testing, automation limits, and why quality is a team effort.
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Testing isn’t the final step. It’s central to building better software. @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Bram Albers about exploratory testing, automation limits, and why quality is a team effort.
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111. The Test Pyramid Is Dead: A New Era of Software Testing - with Bram Albers
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August 19, 2025 at 11:12 AM
New Betatalks episode: The Test Pyramid Is Dead!
Testing isn’t the final step. It’s central to building better software. @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Bram Albers about exploratory testing, automation limits, and why quality is a team effort.
open.spotify.com/episode/0Lhr...
Testing isn’t the final step. It’s central to building better software. @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Bram Albers about exploratory testing, automation limits, and why quality is a team effort.
open.spotify.com/episode/0Lhr...
Bram and Steven explored Faker.js, an NPM package for generating realistic test data like Dutch names, phone numbers, and birthdates. With localization, seeding, and customization, it is great for repeatable and edge-case testing. #FakerJS #TestData
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119. Faker Explained: Realistic Test Data in Minutes
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August 12, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Bram and Steven explored Faker.js, an NPM package for generating realistic test data like Dutch names, phone numbers, and birthdates. With localization, seeding, and customization, it is great for repeatable and edge-case testing. #FakerJS #TestData
youtu.be/gGP_dyiOHVA
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🎥New #betatalks video: How can you get more out of your Playwright tests than just the defaults?
Bram and Steven show how smart configurations, like custom timeouts, can make your tests faster and more efficient. Less waiting, more focused feedback.💡
#Playwright #Testing
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Bram and Steven show how smart configurations, like custom timeouts, can make your tests faster and more efficient. Less waiting, more focused feedback.💡
#Playwright #Testing
youtu.be/01OwwWRHo5U
118. Playwright Config Options
YouTube video by Betabit
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July 17, 2025 at 7:04 AM
🎥New #betatalks video: How can you get more out of your Playwright tests than just the defaults?
Bram and Steven show how smart configurations, like custom timeouts, can make your tests faster and more efficient. Less waiting, more focused feedback.💡
#Playwright #Testing
youtu.be/01OwwWRHo5U
Bram and Steven show how smart configurations, like custom timeouts, can make your tests faster and more efficient. Less waiting, more focused feedback.💡
#Playwright #Testing
youtu.be/01OwwWRHo5U
🎙️In this podcast episode, @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl share how Virtual Vaults evolved their cloud infrastructure over the years. From early Azure web roles to containers, App Services & Functions.
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110. Smart Cloud Migration with Azure Technologies - with Rick & Oscar
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June 11, 2025 at 11:22 AM
🎙️In this podcast episode, @rickvandenbosch.net and @oscarvantol.nl share how Virtual Vaults evolved their cloud infrastructure over the years. From early Azure web roles to containers, App Services & Functions.
open.spotify.com/episode/6o1U...
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🎙️In this episode, @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with @jamiemaguire.bsky.social. From blogging to building a Raspberry Pi home security system, he shares his hands-on AI journey. We talk Semantic Kernel, learning by doing, and the power of sharing.
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109. Semantic Kernel to Raspberry Pi: Building Smart AI Solutions - with Jamie Maguire
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May 27, 2025 at 9:13 AM
🎙️In this episode, @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with @jamiemaguire.bsky.social. From blogging to building a Raspberry Pi home security system, he shares his hands-on AI journey. We talk Semantic Kernel, learning by doing, and the power of sharing.
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🎥 New Betatalks ALERT! Bram & Jelle kick things off with a few hiccups (literally) before diving into how manual testing is more than just random clicking. Using the HICCUPS mnemonic, they explore a human-first, structured way to spot hidden issues & improve digital experiences. youtu.be/aMbciqwOc5c
May 15, 2025 at 8:17 AM
🎥 New Betatalks ALERT! Bram & Jelle kick things off with a few hiccups (literally) before diving into how manual testing is more than just random clicking. Using the HICCUPS mnemonic, they explore a human-first, structured way to spot hidden issues & improve digital experiences. youtu.be/aMbciqwOc5c
🚀New Podcast Episode Alert! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl chat with @niels9001.bsky.social, about the future of Windows dev! PowerToys, on-device AI & ONNX are reshaping how we build software. Plus, the power of open source & community-driven tools! open.spotify.com/episode/65h8...
108. How PowerToys and AI Are Changing Windows Development - with Niels Laute
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May 13, 2025 at 9:23 AM
🚀New Podcast Episode Alert! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl chat with @niels9001.bsky.social, about the future of Windows dev! PowerToys, on-device AI & ONNX are reshaping how we build software. Plus, the power of open source & community-driven tools! open.spotify.com/episode/65h8...
🎙 New podcast episode! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with @nicovermeir.bsky.social, about going from support tech to senior application architect, Open Source, Techorama, the tech community, beer brewing, & thrash metal. Listen to it now! #opensource
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107. Tech Without Limits: Innovating Through Open Source - with Nico Vermeir
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April 29, 2025 at 2:02 PM
🎙 New podcast episode! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with @nicovermeir.bsky.social, about going from support tech to senior application architect, Open Source, Techorama, the tech community, beer brewing, & thrash metal. Listen to it now! #opensource
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We have a new #Betatalks video for you! 🌱 Jelle and Bram discuss how greener software leads to better performance, security, and lower costs. With practical tips from Building Green Software, they encourage developers to start building sustainably today. 💻 #GreenSoftware
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114. Green mindsets build better software
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April 24, 2025 at 1:13 PM
We have a new #Betatalks video for you! 🌱 Jelle and Bram discuss how greener software leads to better performance, security, and lower costs. With practical tips from Building Green Software, they encourage developers to start building sustainably today. 💻 #GreenSoftware
youtu.be/iotAKrUvRdE
youtu.be/iotAKrUvRdE
🎙️New Podcast Episode! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Megan Bloemsma, Data & AI expert. They dive into when (and when not) to use AI, the importance of collaboration, and building ethical, inclusive tech. A must-listen for anyone working with #AI. 👇 open.spotify.com/episode/1yjn...
106. Where AI and Software Engineering Meet: Breaking the Black Box - Megan Bloemsma
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April 15, 2025 at 8:30 AM
🎙️New Podcast Episode! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl talk with Megan Bloemsma, Data & AI expert. They dive into when (and when not) to use AI, the importance of collaboration, and building ethical, inclusive tech. A must-listen for anyone working with #AI. 👇 open.spotify.com/episode/1yjn...
New Betatalks video 🚀. Jelle and Bram talk about making AI-powered apps easier! Forget tricky REST API calls—Semantic Kernel simplifies AI integration with seamless workflows. Catch their live demo to see how it reduces overhead & unlocks powerful automation! #SemanticKernel
youtu.be/NoyjM0GUAYA
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113. Intelligent apps with Semantic Kernel
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April 3, 2025 at 7:46 AM
New Betatalks video 🚀. Jelle and Bram talk about making AI-powered apps easier! Forget tricky REST API calls—Semantic Kernel simplifies AI integration with seamless workflows. Catch their live demo to see how it reduces overhead & unlocks powerful automation! #SemanticKernel
youtu.be/NoyjM0GUAYA
youtu.be/NoyjM0GUAYA
🎙️ New Podcast Episode! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl chat with Andreas Wänqvist on AI's impact in coding. How he went from Copilot skeptic to AI advocate. How is AI transforming dev work beyond chatbots? Tune in! 🎧 #AI #SoftwareDevelopment open.spotify.com/episode/6lWH...
105. AI's Coding Breakthrough: Unstructured to Understood - Andreas Wänqvist
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April 1, 2025 at 11:09 AM
🎙️ New Podcast Episode! @rickvandenbosch.net & @oscarvantol.nl chat with Andreas Wänqvist on AI's impact in coding. How he went from Copilot skeptic to AI advocate. How is AI transforming dev work beyond chatbots? Tune in! 🎧 #AI #SoftwareDevelopment open.spotify.com/episode/6lWH...